Project Manager-High Capacity Transit (HCT) (Term-Limited)

Sound Transit•Seattle, WA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general direction from the High Capacity Transit (HCT) Development Director and/or Development Manager(s), this position supports planning and design functions for an assigned HCT project. The Project Manager assists with project management activities, including developing scope, coordinating consultants and contractors, managing contracts and communications, and developing interagency partnership agreements. In coordination with HCT leadership, the role also provides day-to-day coordination of matrixed staff, consultants, and contractors. The position serves as a project contact within the Planning, Environment, and Project Development division and coordinates with other Sound Transit divisions, public agencies, elected officials, community stakeholders, and the public throughout project development. It supports planning, environmental review, consultant oversight, stakeholder involvement, interagency coordination, and project communications. This is a term-limited position of five years.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, urban planning, transportation, public policy, public administration, or a closely related field, plus four years of experience in public transit, project management, intergovernmental agreement development, transportation planning, engineering, or closely related work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid state driver’s license.
Knowledge of high capacity transit system operations, services, and activities.
Knowledge of transportation and transit planning, related design concepts, and relevant policy issues.
Knowledge of project development principles and practices, project management techniques, and record-keeping procedures.
Knowledge of data collection, research, report preparation, critical thinking, and analysis.
Knowledge of third-party negotiation, consensus building, public involvement, and conflict resolution.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations, including environmental review processes and SEPA/NEPA laws.
Knowledge of business writing, report preparation, English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Knowledge of modern office procedures, equipment, and computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.
Familiarity with project budget preparation and administration.
Ability to use personal computer software to complete assigned work and prepare spreadsheets and reports.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, vendors, agencies, community groups, and the public.
Ability to interpret and administer policies and procedures and explain them to staff and other constituencies.
Ability to complete project development work on projects started by others and at varying stages of the project life cycle.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, set objectives and goals, and reprioritize as needed.
Ability to adapt to changing assignments to balance workloads and meet Department objectives.
Ability to negotiate and identify solutions that balance Agency and partner interests within financial and other constraints.
Ability to conduct research and analysis and make appropriate recommendations.
Ability to interpret technical information for diverse audiences.
Ability to develop and deliver presentations and communicate ideas orally and in writing.
Ability to respond to inquiries using effective oral and written communication.
Ability to work cooperatively with other departments, Agency staff, and outside agencies.

Responsibilities

Serve as a project point of contact within the Planning, Environment, and Project Development division and coordinate with Design, Engineering, and Construction Management and Operations staff throughout the project life cycle.
Plan, coordinate, and review matrixed staff work and coordinate schedules, projects, and programs.
Support Sound Transit leadership, Board Administration, and Government & Community Relations staff in providing project information to Board members, local elected officials, and the Federal Transit Administration.
Develop written and visual presentation materials on project development topics, including design, engineering, environmental reviews, and stakeholder involvement.
Coordinate planning, environmental, and project development activities; assist with directing consultant activities; review consultant plans and reports; and coordinate work among Agency technical staff and consultants.
Participate in reviewing consultant contract scopes of work and schedules.
Assist with preparing environmental documentation, reviewing environmental documents and proposed approaches, and coordinating project development, planning, and engineering activities with environmental documents.
Communicate with project stakeholders, respond to information requests, participate in community outreach and education, prepare or review public-facing materials, and present to stakeholder groups.
Coordinate with WSDOT, counties, cities, transit agencies, other jurisdictions, and tribes to define and evaluate alignment and transit facility options; participate in interagency work teams and develop collaborative relationships.
Prepare presentations to city councils and other jurisdictions.
Assist in developing and negotiating interagency and partnership agreements, including budgets.
Prepare and present staff reports and correspondence, attend professional meetings, and maintain awareness of relevant developments and trends.
Apply processes, policies, and practices consistently and ensure compliance with applicable laws, Agency policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
Model Sound Transit’s core values and contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion in alignment with the Agency’s Equity & Inclusion Policy.
Follow Agency safety rules and procedures and integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans, with no cost for employee coverage; comprehensive coverage is available for employees and eligible dependents.
Long-term disability and life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
401a retirement plan with a 10% employee contribution and a 12% employer match.
457b retirement plan with employee contributions up to the IRS maximum.
25 days of paid time off annually, with increases after four, eight, and twelve years of service.
12 paid holidays.
Up to two paid floating holidays per year.
Up to two paid volunteer days per year.
12 weeks of parental leave for new parents.
Pet insurance discount.
ORCA card at no cost for full-time employees.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,000 annually for approved expenses.
Inclusive reproductive health support services.
Opportunities for professional development and colleague recognition.